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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of their first meeting, how does John feel about a union with Charlotte?

2. What does the narrator stress about danger?

3. Where is Eldridge sent when he cannot repay Lewis' loan?

4. What does Henry tell Lucy after he arrives at the party without Charlotte?

5. How long does Montraville pine for Charlotte after seeing her in Chichester?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why would Charlotte's grandfather have such difficulty in breaking the news of Charlotte's elopement?

2. How does La Rue bully Charlotte one more time before they begin traveling to America?

3. How does Charlotte behave foolishly concerning La Rue?

4. Why would Rowson intend this book for "sober matrons" daughters?

5. What does La Rue's actions foreshadow about her involvement in Charlotte's life?

6. What is the importance of Montraville and Belcour having completely opposite moral standards?

7. Why is Charlotte's family history important?

8. Why does Lucy pray to God for Charlotte?

9. How do the physical descriptions of John Montraville and Belcour set the tone for the novel?

10. How do the Temples' plans for a birthday party for Charlotte build suspense?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

As John Montraville begs Charlotte's father to kill him, do readers feel sympathy for him?

Essay Topic 2

Look at Belcour's actions. What were his worst interactions with others?

Essay Topic 3

In what way is John Montraville to blame for Charlotte's downfall and demise?

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